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Never drape a newspaper, tablecloth or
curtain on the TV.
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When installing the TV against a wall, always
keep the TV at least 10 cm away from the wall.
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Never place the TV on a soft unstable surface,
such as a carpet, or a cushion.
The inside of this TV will overheat if the
ventilation holes are covered, blocked or sealed,
which may result in a fi re.
7) Never place the TV near a heater or in direct
sunlight.
The surface of the cabinet or power cord may
melt and result in a fi re or an electric shock.
8) Never place the TV in an area exposed to high
humidity levels, such as in a bathroom or
close to a humidifi er.
This may cause a fi re or an electric shock.
9) Never place the TV next to a stove where it
will be exposed to oil, smoke, or steam, or in
a location where there is a large quantity of
dust.
This may cause a fi re or an electric shock.
10) Precautions for moving the TV
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When moving the TV, be sure to remove the
plug from the wall outlet and disconnect
the aerial cable and audio/video cables, any
steady ties and mounting screw. A fi re or an
electric shock may result if the power cord is
damaged.
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When carrying the TV, at least two people are
needed. Be sure to carry it upright.
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Never carry the TV with the screen facing up
or down.
11) Precautions for installing on outdoor aerial
An outside aerial system should not be located
in the vicinity of overhead power lines, or other
electric light or power circuits.
If the aerial falls down or drops, it may cause an
injury or an electric shock.
Use
1) Never place hot objects or open fl ame sources,
such as lighted candles or nightlights, on or
close to the TV.
High temperatures can melt plastic and lead to
fi res.
2) The apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing and that no objects
fi lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be
placed on the apparatus.
When liquids are spilled or small items are
dropped inside the TV, this may cause a fi re or an
electric shock.
If small objects drop inside the TV, turn off the
TV and remove the power plug from the outlet
immediately and contact a service technician.
3) Never insert objects (metal or paper) or pour
water inside the TV through ventilation holes
and other openings.
These items may cause a fi re or an electric shock.
If these objects are inserted inside the TV, turn
off the TV and remove the power plug from
the outlet immediately and contact a service
technician. Be especially careful that children do
not insert objects in the TV.
4) When the TV will not be used for a long period
of time, such as during vacation or travel,
remove the power plug from the wall outlet
for safety.
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The TV is not completely disconnected from
the power supply line, as minute current is
consumed even when the
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Power switch is
turned off .
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The mains plug or an appliance coupler is
used as the disconnect device, therefore
the disconnect device shall remain readily
operable.
5) Never pull on the power cord when removing
the plug from the wall outlet.
Always hold the plug fi rmly when removing it. If
the power cord is yanked, the cord may become
damaged and a fi re or an electric shock may
occur.
6) Never cut, break, modify, twist, bunch up
or bent the cord or apply excessive force or
tension to it.
Never place heavy objects on the cord or allow
it to overheat as this may cause damage, a fi re or
an electric shock. Contact a service technician if
the power cord is damaged.
7) If there is thunder or lightning, never touch
the aerial cable or other connected cables.
You may suff er an electric shock.
Service
1) Never repair, modify or disassemble the TV by
yourself.
It may cause a fi re or an electric shock.
Consult a service technician for inspection and
repairs.
2) When a malfunction occurs, or if smoke or
an unusual odor comes from the TV, turn off
the TV and remove the power plug from the
outlet immediately.
Make sure that the smoke or smell has stopped,
then contact a service technician. If the TV is still
used in this condition, it may cause a fi re or an
electric shock.
